Volkswagen Polo
Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc
LX03 LXLMOT history
LX03 LXL is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 96,701 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 5 Nov 2026
- Mileage
- 96,701 mi
- At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
- MOT tests
- 31
- 20 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 3,703 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LX03 LXL
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Polo
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,198 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2003
- First used
- 3 Apr 2003
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 5 Nov 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 3 Nov 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LX03 LXL was last recorded at 96,701 miles on 3 Nov 2025, 2,540 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 94,161 miles · 6 Nov 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 2,540 miles
- Average per year
- 3,703 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 96,701 miles
- 2024 – 94,161 miles
- 2023 – 89,792 miles
- 2022 – 85,938 miles
- 2021 – 82,589 miles
- 2020 – 80,238 miles
- 2019 – 75,210 miles
- 2018 – 70,940 miles
- 2017 – 67,047 miles
- 2016 – 64,214 miles
- 2015 – 56,199 miles
- 2014 – 51,529 miles
- 2013 – 47,783 miles
- 2012 – 44,954 miles
- 2011 – 42,396 miles
- 2010 – 39,716 miles
- 2009 – 34,489 miles
- 2008 – 31,006 miles
- 2007 – 27,090 miles
- 2006 – 24,045 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass96,701 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
Recurring issues
Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.mm
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.mm
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2017
Full MOT history
31 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass96,701 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Nov 2026
- Odometer
- 96,701 miles
- Test number
- 681547764886
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
Fail96,690 miles (+2,529)1 dangerous2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 96,690 miles
- Test number
- 761105413338
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
Pass94,161 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 5 Nov 2025
- Odometer
- 94,161 miles
- Test number
- 862243098224
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail94,161 miles (+4,369)1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 94,161 miles
- Test number
- 704111210487
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass89,792 miles
- MOT expiry
- 4 Nov 2024
- Odometer
- 89,792 miles
- Test number
- 323534754181
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail89,792 miles (+3,854)4 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 89,792 miles
- Test number
- 381076213311
- Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Pass85,938 miles (+3,349)2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 85,938 miles
- Test number
- 664696483309
- MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass82,589 miles (+2,351)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 82,589 miles
- Test number
- 994015330239
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass80,238 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 80,238 miles
- Test number
- 971881028020
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))
Fail80,238 miles (+5,028)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 80,238 miles
- Test number
- 871930358383
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))
Pass75,210 miles (+4,270)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 75,210 miles
- Test number
- 987020593656
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass70,940 miles (+95)
- MOT expiry
- 19 May 2019
- Odometer
- 70,940 miles
- Test number
- 692501544235
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail70,845 miles (+3,798)4 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 70,845 miles
- Test number
- 432372780822
- FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
- FailureFront brake excessively fluctuating both (3.7.B.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass67,047 miles (+128)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 19 May 2018
- Odometer
- 67,047 miles
- Test number
- 588359087573
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Fail66,919 miles (+2,705)3 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 66,919 miles
- Test number
- 212229922883
- FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass64,214 miles (+8,015)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 May 2017
- Odometer
- 64,214 miles
- Test number
- 399711541633
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Pass56,199 miles (+4,670)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 6 May 2016
- Odometer
- 56,199 miles
- Test number
- 228197925139
- NoteO/s/f rear void bush deteriorated
Pass51,529 miles
- MOT expiry
- 3 May 2015
- Odometer
- 51,529 miles
- Test number
- 699994514198
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail51,515 miles (+3,732)1 dangerous
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 51,515 miles
- Test number
- 109274514191
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Pass47,783 miles (+2,829)
- MOT expiry
- 3 May 2014
- Odometer
- 47,783 miles
- Test number
- 237484323475
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass44,954 miles (+1)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 44,954 miles
- Test number
- 697099072063
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail44,953 miles (+2,557)4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 44,953 miles
- Test number
- 979327872019
- FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureStop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
Pass42,396 miles
- MOT expiry
- 20 Mar 2012
- Odometer
- 42,396 miles
- Test number
- 589942261095
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail42,396 miles (+2,680)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 42,396 miles
- Test number
- 789792561075
- FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Pass39,716 miles (+25)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Mar 2011
- Odometer
- 39,716 miles
- Test number
- 233034370014
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail39,691 miles (+5,202)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 39,691 miles
- Test number
- 184091970405
- DangerousOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
- FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
Pass34,489 miles (+3,483)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Mar 2010
- Odometer
- 34,489 miles
- Test number
- 132879069412
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass31,006 miles
- MOT expiry
- 20 Mar 2009
- Odometer
- 31,006 miles
- Test number
- 612090588085
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail31,006 miles (+3,916)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 31,006 miles
- Test number
- 710290588071
- Repaired at testNearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
Pass27,090 miles (+3,045)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 20 Mar 2008
- Odometer
- 27,090 miles
- Test number
- 834854877079
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Pass24,045 miles
- MOT expiry
- 20 Mar 2007
- Odometer
- 24,045 miles
- Test number
- 194550786036
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LX03 LXL
- Does LX03 LXL currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX03 LXL is valid until 5 Nov 2026.
- When is the MOT due on LX03 LXL?
- The MOT on LX03 LXL is valid until 5 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LX03 LXL done?
- LX03 LXL was recorded at 96,701 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 3,703 miles a year.
- Has LX03 LXL ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LX03 LXL has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2025.
- Has the mileage on LX03 LXL ever gone down?
- No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
- What did the latest MOT on LX03 LXL find?
- LX03 LXL passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; under trays fitted.
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